An impressive example of Fullers getting it right, this Partridge certainly won’t get stuck in a pear tree.

The Venue
This former National Westminster Bank was converted in 1995 by Fuller, Smith and Turner and is a fine example of a Fuller's ale and pie pub. It’s situated on the Bromley North side of town and is within easy reach of trains and buses connecting to London, the Southeast and Kent.

The Partridge is regarded by many as one of the smarter pubs in the area due to its tidy appearance, well-stocked range of ales and its close proximity to Bromley's Churchill Theatre and the Glades Shopping Centre. The design is very traditional in style with a noticeably high ceiling, deep red walls, dark wood tables, leather-topped seating and a tiled floor. The elegant chandeliers and polished brass detail on the tables and serving area add to its appeal. Outside is a large beer garden, popular in the summer months. Inside, big sports games are shown on the large plasma screens.

The Atmosphere
The Partridge provides a convenient meeting place for shoppers, theatre goers and the local business community although it does get rather busy at lunchtimes and in the evenings due to its prime town centre location. Favoured by the higher age bracket, there is an over 21s rule on the door. The relaxed atmosphere is boosted by an attentive staff who provide a top notch bar and table service whilst low level music provides the backdrop.

The Food
Food plays a major role in the daytime trade here with a good selection of pies (this is a Fullers pie and ale pub after all) with such delights as steak and stilton (£8.95), cod and shellfish (£8.99), guinea fowl, curly kale and wild mushrooms (£8.90) and traditional shepherds pie (£8.25) served with your choice of chips, creamy mash or new potatoes and a seasonal vegetable selection. A range of sandwiches (£5.25-£5.95) are also available along with traditional favourites like bangers and mash (£7.95), fish and chips (£8.50) and soup of the day (£3.95). Food is served throughout the pub although diners can choose a quieter spot in the separate dining area.

The Drink
Fullers ales are on the agenda here with the organic Honey Dew available on draught alongside other all-year-round Fullers favourites like ESB, Discovery, London Pride and Chiswick Bitter at around the £3.10 mark for one pint. There is also a good range of premium draught beer on offer, which includes Carling, Stella, Guinness and Scrumpy Jack, with spirit favourites Bells, Jameson, Baileys, Smirnoff Red and Bacardi making up the back bar plus a 14-strong wine list, with prices ranging from £3.50-£5.15 for a small (175ml) glass. Bottles are available for £14-£29. A bottle of Veuve Cliquot Yellow Label Brut NV champagne is available for £56.50 or the cheaper Raoul Collet Carte d’or Vintage bottle at £39.

The Last Word
The good selection of Fullers beers, easy town centre location and excellent range of home cooked food give this venue the thumbs up.

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